Pre-Trip Inspection Form PDF Generator

Create a DOT/FMCSA-compliant Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) as a downloadable PDF — free, instant, and entirely in your browser. No account, no upload.

🔒 100% private — data never leaves your device

Driver & Vehicle Information

Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist

Check each item that has a defect or is unsatisfactory. Unchecked = OK / Satisfactory.

Defects & Remarks

Breathalyzer / BAC Reading

Driver Signature

Sign below with your mouse or finger. By signing you certify this inspection was completed per 49 CFR §396.13.

How it works

The DVIR PDF is assembled entirely in your browser using pdf-lib — a pure-JavaScript PDF creation library. Nothing is uploaded to a server.

1. Fill the form Enter driver info, vehicle details, and check any defective items.
2. Sign Draw your signature on the canvas — it embeds directly into the PDF as a raster image.
3. Generate PDF Click "Generate PDF." The FMCSA-layout document is built in milliseconds.
4. Download or print Preview the PDF inline, then download it. Print for your trip file or share digitally.

Your data is saved to localStorage automatically, so the next time you open this page your last entry is pre-filled — saving you time on repeat trips.

Frequently asked questions

What is a DVIR (Daily Vehicle Inspection Report)?
A DVIR is a written record that a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driver must complete before and after each trip, as required by 49 CFR Part 396 (FMCSA regulations). It documents the condition of critical vehicle parts — brakes, tires, lights, steering, mirrors, and more — and must be signed by the driver. Carriers are required to retain DVIRs for at least 3 months.
Who is required to complete a pre-trip inspection form?
Any driver operating a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) subject to FMCSA jurisdiction — including semi-trucks, buses, and vehicles over 10,001 lbs GVWR used in interstate commerce — must complete a pre-trip inspection. Under 49 CFR §396.13, the driver must review the previous DVIR, sign it if defects were corrected or no defects existed, and inspect the vehicle before driving.
What items must be on a FMCSA pre-trip inspection checklist?
Per 49 CFR §396.11, the report must cover at minimum: service brakes (including trailer brakes), parking brake, steering mechanism, lighting devices and reflectors, tires, horn, windshield wipers, rear-vision mirrors, coupling devices, wheels and rims, and emergency equipment. This generator includes 24 standard items aligned with those requirements.
Is the PDF generated here legally valid?
This tool generates a PDF containing all information required by 49 CFR §396.11. The driver's drawn signature and the completed fields satisfy the content requirements of the regulation. However, for official compliance purposes, always verify with your carrier's safety officer or legal counsel. Electronic DVIRs are permitted under FMCSA rules when they meet the same content standards as paper forms.
Is my inspection data private?
Yes. All processing happens in your browser. Your driver name, vehicle number, inspection results, BAC reading, and signature are never sent to any external server. Data is only saved to your browser's localStorage for convenience (auto-fill on next visit). You can reset all saved data at any time using the "Reset Form" button.
How long do I need to keep DVIRs?
FMCSA regulations (49 CFR §396.11) require motor carriers to retain DVIRs for a minimum of 3 months. The originating driver's report and any subsequent inspection records should be kept on file at the carrier's principal place of business or at the terminal where the vehicle is based.